[b]Henrik Havarr of Tyr[/b]

Still standing, Henrik offered a long and deep nod to the Jarl of Escgor. He continued to peer about as the Jarl's discussed the issue and when the Jarl Ragnar finally broke the silence with an inquiry, Henrik pondered for only but a moment.

"[i]Long have the tensions between Norsia and Gothra been high, no higher than in my own fief, where the Gothran's stray into our lands, looking for unsuspecting Norsians. Long have the thanes of my Holds held the peace, but only just. A unified Norsia, a strong Norsia.. can reclaim it's glory and put down the wounded Gothran dog. With the support of the Jarl's here, I can make only one promise; as your King, there will be only one conflict between Norsia and Gothra, and it will be the Gothran's last![/i]"

Again, with emphasis on his words, Henrik slammed his goblet atop the ancient, oak table.